Vocabulary 2 Study Quiz

a word or phrase that means the same as another word

• synonym

• metaphor

• alliteration

• personification

move or cause to move energetically or busily; to rush

• cower

• rummaging

• hustle

• outmaneuvered

His ___________ behavior got him kicked off of the swim team. (Hint: disrespectful)

a natural ability to do something

• decorum

• poised

• aptitude

• labyrinth

Brandon got lost in the elaborate _________ his neighbors built for Halloween. (Hint: maze)

a badge or distinguishing mark; an official emblem

• recreation

• pun

• insignia

• decorum

The agile boxer _____________ his opponent in the ring for six rounds before he was finally declared the winner. (Hint: outplayed or outsmarted

gained an advantage by using skillful movements; outplayed and outsmarted

• outmaneuvered

• decorum

• insignia

• rummaging

balanced, suspended; calm, controlled; ready for action

• poised

• metaphysical

• decorum

• recreation

trust among friends; an unbreakable bond

• pun

• camaraderie

• insignia

• cower